A CHARITY Easter prize bingo in aid of the NSPCC saw more than 40 people come together for the good of children in the Sefton area.

The ticket only event, hosted at Birkdale Conservative Club, raised in excess of £500 for the children’s charity, which will be handed over to the Hargreaves Centre, a safe haven for young children who have been victims of abuse.

Funds raised will be used to provide help and advice for young victims and will be put towards supporting Childline, the confidential helpline set up exclusively for young people.

Event co-ordinator, John Shakespeare, said: “The evening was a roaring success, with an excellent turnout and a fantastic amount raised for local children.

“The Hargreaves Centre really depends on funding and events like this are the perfect way to ensure that local children who have been victims of abuse get the care and support they need.”

The event featured Bob Sawyer as bingo caller for the evening and a host of prizes, donated by local firms, could be won.

The evening concluded with two lucky attendees scooping the top prize of tickets for a murder mystery weekend at the Prince of Wales Hotel in Southport.

Mr Shakespeare continued: “I would like to thank the venue for their support and also say a big thanks to all who attended and the firms who donated the prizes.